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Dungbeetle River Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverfront B&B within easy reach of Sundays River Dunes

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Free daily full breakfast
Property grounds
Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Afrika Suite ) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Point of interest
Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Fish Eagle Suite ) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Enjoy your visit to Colchester with a stay at Dungbeetle River Lodge. Guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails and rowing/canoeing, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Other highlights include a lazy river, a terrace, and a garden.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Lazy river
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $106
includes taxes & fees
$92 per night
Mar 15 - Mar 16

Room options

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Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Lion Suite ) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Lion Suite )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Elephant Suite ) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Elephant Suite )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Big 5 Suite )

Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Big 5 Suite ) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Big 5 Suite )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 534 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Fish Eagle Suite )

Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Fish Eagle Suite ) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Fish Eagle Suite )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
  • 850 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Cottage (River Cottage ) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Cottage (River Cottage )

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 1862 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Afrika Suite )

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Afrika Suite ) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Afrika Suite )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
76 Aqua Vista Crescent, Cannonville, Colchester, Eastern Cape, 6175

What's nearby

  • Sundays River Dunes - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Matyholweni Gate - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari - 23 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium - 24 min drive - 38.5 km
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 29 min drive - 43.2 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 28 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Grunters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪A Taste of Africa Restaurant & Coffee Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grunters Pub and Grub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Colchester Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dungbeetle River Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Colchester with a stay at Dungbeetle River Lodge. Guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails and rowing/canoeing, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Other highlights include a lazy river, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests must contact the property for check-in information
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Free secured onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (during limited hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Lazy river
  • Paddleboard on site

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Canoe
  • Boat tours
  • Pedal boat
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Fishing
  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Paddleboard on site

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Lazy river
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Dungbeetle River Colchester
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Frequently asked questions

Does Dungbeetle River Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dungbeetle River Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Dungbeetle River Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Dungbeetle River Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Dungbeetle River Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dungbeetle River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Dungbeetle River Lodge?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World (29-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Dungbeetle River Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like rowing, fishing, and pedal boating. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives, game viewing, and safari tours. Enjoy amenities like a lazy river and a garden.

What's the area around Dungbeetle River Lodge like?

Dungbeetle River Lodge is located by the river, a short 4-minute walk from Sundays River Dunes.

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Dungbeetle River Lodge Reviews

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Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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